Freebies And Discounts For Certified Nursing Assistants During Cna Week 2025

National Certified Nursing Assistants Week, commonly known as CNA Week, is an annual observance in the United States dedicated to recognizing the contributions of certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in healthcare. The week serves as a vital opportunity to honor the essential role CNAs play in healthcare delivery and to raise awareness about their contributions to patient care. For 2025, National CNA Week is scheduled from June 12th to June 18th. The theme for 2025 is “We Are The Champions,” highlighting the positive impact CNAs have on older adults and individuals with disabilities.

During this period, various brands and organizations frequently offer freebies, discounts, and special deals to show appreciation for healthcare professionals. While specific offers for 2025 are still emerging, previous years have seen participation from several national food and beverage chains, as well as online retailers, providing nurses and healthcare workers with complimentary items and services.

Food and Beverage Offers

Several restaurant chains have historically provided free food and beverages to nurses during Nurses Week, which often coincides with or is referenced alongside CNA Week celebrations.

• Applebee’s: In previous years, Applebee’s has offered free appetizers to nurses who present a valid work badge during Nurses Week. Consumers are advised to monitor the Applebee’s website for potential returns of this offer for 2025.
• Buffalo Wild Wings: Past promotions included a 20% discount on orders for nurses with valid identification. Confirmation regarding Buffalo Wild Wings' specific Nurses Week 2025 offers has not yet been released.
• Chipotle: Chipotle has a history of giving away 100,000 free burritos to healthcare heroes, including nurses. Selection for these giveaways typically occurs at random at the end of Nurses Week, and winners are required to verify their healthcare status to receive a digital burrito card.
• Cinnabon: Participating Cinnabon locations typically offer a free classic roll to nurses who show a valid ID during Nurses Week.
• Dunkin’: On National Nurses Day (May 6), Dunkin’ has provided nurses with a free medium coffee at participating locations. Customers may choose between hot or iced coffee and customize their beverage with blueberry or vanilla flavoring.
• Insomnia Cookies: Insomnia Cookies has offered a free classic cookie to individuals who visit a location and provide proof of healthcare employment.
• McDonald’s: McDonald’s has previously provided freebies for Nurses Week, including breakfast sandwiches, hash browns, soft drinks, and coffee. Availability often varies by location.
• Potbelly Sandwich Shop: During Nurses Week 2024, Potbelly offered a free cookie or fountain drink with the purchase of an entree. Details for 2025 are expected to be posted on their website.
• Sonny’s BBQ: In previous years, Sonny’s BBQ offered nurses free BBQ sandwiches during select days of Nurses Week. Consumers should check the Sonny’s website for information regarding 2025 deals.

Retail and Online Offers

Beyond food and beverage, other retailers have extended discounts and membership benefits to nurses.

• Thrive Market: Nurses can receive a free annual membership to Thrive Market, an online grocery store.
• Moe’s Catering: Moe’s has previously offered a Nurses Week discount code providing a $50 gift card on catering orders over $300. This offer is typically intended for nurse managers or group orders, and details can be found on the Moe’s catering website.

Other Promotional Activities

In addition to consumer-facing discounts, CNA Week is marked by various internal recognition activities organized by healthcare facilities and professional organizations. These often include:

• Recognition Ceremonies: Events featuring speeches, certificates of appreciation, and small tokens of gratitude.
• Appreciation Meals: Hosted luncheons or breakfasts to show appreciation for CNA contributions.
• Staff Awards: Presenting awards for categories such as professionalism, compassion, and excellence in patient care.
• Personalized Thank You Notes: Encouraging patients, families, and colleagues to express appreciation through written notes.
• Professional Development: Providing opportunities for conferences, workshops, or online courses.
• Social Media Giveaways: Some organizations, such as Nursa, have hosted giveaways where participants can win gift cards by following social media accounts and tagging friends.

While many of these offers are confirmed for previous years, consumers should verify availability for 2025 directly with the specific brands or through official healthcare organization announcements.

Conclusion

CNA Week 2025 offers a dedicated timeframe to honor the hard work and dedication of certified nursing assistants. The observance, running from June 12th to June 18th, is supported by a variety of appreciation initiatives ranging from internal recognition ceremonies to external consumer discounts. While many brands offer free food, beverages, and retail discounts during this period, these offers are subject to change and often require valid identification or verification of healthcare employment. Consumers interested in specific 2025 deals should monitor official brand websites and local participating locations for the most current information.

Sources

1. IntelyCare: 40 Nurses Week Freebies, Discounts, and Deals
2. CareRev: National CNA Week
3. NAHCA CNA Blog: CNA Week Toolkit
4. Nursa: Celebrate CNA Week with Nursa